With over a decade of experience on the frontlines as a paramedic, Joel knows first-hand how critical early and effective first aid can be. His passion for teaching is driven by a deep desire to give everyone the best possible chance of survival—because when it comes to emergencies, every second counts.

Joel brings warmth, clarity, and a practical edge to every training session. His goal? To make sure you walk away feeling confident, capable, and ready to step in when it matters most.

Beyond the uniform, Joel is a proud dad, devoted husband, and lifelong lover of basketball, the gym, and golf. Whether he’s coaching on the court or in the classroom, he leads with heart, humour, and the kind of real-world experience that truly makes a difference.

Mariya wears a few different hats—but at the heart of it all, she is here to support you.

As a former paramedic turned parenthood guide, she brings a unique blend of emergency care experience and deep emotional support to the families she works with. Her passion lies in walking beside you as you navigate the messy, beautiful, and transformational journey of parenting.

Whether you're preparing for birth, settling into postpartum, or years into raising children, you deserve care too. Parenthood isn’t just about raising a child—it’s about growing into the fullest version of yourself.

Through trauma-aware support, practical tools, and soul-nourishing connection, Mariya helps you move through the challenges of family life with confidence. Her work is rooted in the belief that healing starts with connection—connection to your body, your intuition, your community, and your own voice.

Parenting can be isolating, but you don’t have to do it alone. Together, we’ll turn the overwhelm into clarity, the stress into strength, and the chaos into growth.